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3 areas where the 49ers must capitalize against the Falcons

The 6-0 San Francisco 49ers must take on what could be their trickiest test yet this season before heading into a well-earned bye week. The 49ers put their undefeated record on the line against the volatile Atlanta Falcons in a…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 4:01 PM
3 areas where the 49ers must capitalize against the Falcons
Key Things to Know
  • Andrew Pasquini outlines three statistical areas the 49ers must exploit against the Falcons in Week 7.
  • The Falcons offense averages 2.0 turnovers per game, ranking fifth-highest in the NFL.
  • Atlanta features a heavy ground game, averaging 29.5 rushing attempts per contest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The undefeated 6-0 San Francisco 49ers travel to face the 2-4 Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Andrew Pasquini highlights that the game provides a crucial opportunity for the 49ers to exploit Atlanta's turnover tendencies and test their defensive capabilities before their scheduled bye week.

Pasquini identifies Atlanta's average of two turnovers per game, their run-heavy offense averaging 29.5 attempts, and their defense's low 7.2 percent turnover-forcing rate as the three primary areas where San Francisco holds a distinct statistical advantage.

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